HipMamaB San Diego: Get $10 off SD Magazine's Best of San Diego Party!

Ahhh San Diego.... Before I get too deep in rehashing the amazing time I had in New York City, I'm first going to tell you all about my home town, America's FINEST city. 

Those of us who live here do so because we truly LOVE this city. From Chula Vista to Carlsbad to everything in between, this town takes our breath away with its views, weather, food and general laid-back vibe.

This August, San Diego Magazine is celebrating all that we love about our city with its annual "Best Of" issue. But instead of just talking about it, on Friday August 17th they are bringing some of these highlights together for the annual Best of San Diego party. 

This year’s party will feature 80+ restaurants from the June "Best Restaurants" issue and August "Best of San Diego" issue. Along with delicious eats, you will also find 20 breweries, 15 wineries, some of the best live entertainment in the city. Additionally, a portion of ticket sales will go towardsThe New Children’s Museum. The big bash will be held at Liberty Station, known to locals as the former Naval Training Center.

“This is our biggest and most anticipated party of the year,” says Jim Fitzpatrick, CEO and Publisher of San Diego Magazine, “With so much to celebrate in San Diego, this will be the ultimate way to sample the best food, beer, wine and local entertainment in the city.”

Personally, I can't wait for this party. And since I really want to share a Stone beer or Bardot ice cream bar with you - I have a promo code to save you $10 off your ticket. 

Buy today and SAVE $10 off your ticket when you use the code:  HIPMAMAB

See you there!

*please note the event is 21+

*disclosure: I received tickets to this event in exchange for writing this post

HipMamaB San Diego: Make Sure You Are Ready For Summer With European Wax Centers

If you've been reading my site for awhile you know that 18 months ago we moved...we moved a whopping 6 miles that changed almost every aspect of our world. One of those aspects was that with that six miles, I ended up moving about 20 minutes away from my waxer. While 20 minutes may not seem to far to drive for a good wax...it just became more difficult. And unfortuntately, I've had a year of giving up things that make my life more difficult than it needs to be. That's when I discovered the European Wax Center in Bressi Ranch (Carlsbad, CA). 

I'm a busy mom with a very, very insane schedule that changes - a lot. I often say I can't plan things more than 4 days in advance, because really, no matter how hard I try, things are always changing on me. European Wax Center (EWC) has really great hours, and 7 days a week there is someone there for an emergency wax job. No matter how I try to plan, there are always those last minute "Hey want to go to the pool tomorrow?" crises when you are 3 days out from your scheduled wax. And even better, if I can't make my appointment it's NOT a problem! I don't need to give them 24 hours or be charged a fee, and I can almost always get a make-up appointment same day or when I need it. 

And honestly, they just do a really good job. I've had a few different estheticians at EWC over the past year and they have all done equally great jobs. While no waxing will ever be totally pain-free, EWC's process is MUCH more comfortable than most. EWC is very unique in that the wax that they use was exclusively developed in Paris for European Wax Center, contains no alcohol, is 100% natural beeswax and the finest polymers and as a result there is much less pain, irritation and redness. Also, there is no double dipping/recycling of the wax they use, so it is very sanitary. Additionally, they also offer a line of their own products to help minimize hair growth between visits and stop pesky ingrown hairs. 

Quick. Easy and the prices are good. I'm a total convert. 

While I've been going to EWC for over a year now, a few weeks ago they asked me for help promoting their services at their San Diego and Temecula locations with a giveaway to my readers. While EWC has more than 241 salons across the nation, this giveaway is specific to my local readers in San Diego, CA and Temecula, CA (sorry everyone else!).

So let's get ready for summer with a giftbasket that includes the following! 

- A Wax Service of YOUR Choice (valid at any EWC San Diego or Temecula, CA locations)

- Slow It Body Wash

- Slow It Body Lotion

- Ingrown Hair Serum

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Good luck and happy waxing!

*Disclosure: While I have been paying to go to EWC for over a year, and all the opinions are my own, I was given a free wax and free gift basket of goodies in return for hosting this giveaway. 

HipMamaB: Where I B

Here, there and everywhere!

From the Ritz in Laguna Beach to The Dry Bar and Cirque du Soleil in San Diego, to helping launch new web sites to contributing to more established sites, I'm one busy blogging chic.

Below, please find a quick round-up of where you can follow along with my insane life!

New Headshots from Studio M in La Jolla

We were pampered. We were done up. And we got some amazing new head shots!

Over on ShePosts, I talk about a "Fabulous Foto Party" hosted by M Studio in La Jolla. I also list the photographer's top tips for a taking a great shot. 

http://sheposts.com/content/head-shots-san-diego-bloggers-learn-how-to-take-a-great-picture

Since I had head shots taken just last summer, I went in a different direction with this one. A little more glamour, dark lipstick and a big accent necklace from Stella and Dot. Why not have a little fun with it, right?

*interested in buying some Stella and Dot? Contact @EverydayMama for more information!

Wanna-be-Fashionista

I'm thrilled to be part of a brand new fashion and style website, BirthingHip! Dedicated to showing women of all shapes and sizes that style doesn't have a size number, BirthingHip is a great place for all my OCD style and product posts. Check out my first four posts for the new site:

#FashionFriday - WANTED: New, Bright Running Shoes

Beauty and Baubles: Spring 2012 MUST HAVES

HOTD (Hip Of The Day): Beach Resort Chic

Intro: HipMamaB's Style Board

Getting Techy With It:

Over at The Trend Tribe I'm showing my love of tech. For my premier post, I list the top 10 tech things I can't (and refuse to) live without. What do you think? What would be on your list? While you're over there, be sure to check out my bio. I have to say, it's probably one of the best descriptions of me out there!

It's shaping up to be another busy week in LaLaLaLand. Tomorrow I'm taking my mom to see Chicago (early Mother's Day present!) and Sunday the kids are "taking me" to see Cirque du Soliel's Totem for Mother's Day. Mix in a little husband knee surgery (DISLIKE) and this is going to make me one crazed Mama!